Good morning.

So, the first thing I did upon my return to Brum was grab a pint with a good friend. Somehow we end up starting an hour-long chat with two dapper looking guys who are – but of course – two members of an alternative rock band. They’re called Grave Palms, and you can definitely hear the Bowie influence.

— Jasmine Lee

On Today’s Tide

• Politics | How do you solve a problem like (not enough) patriotism?

• COVID-19 | Long COVID may impair children’s cognitive functioning.

• Events

• Crime | Big ol’ loan scam. Plus, another drug raid, baby!

• Transport | Income down by 90% for bus staff.

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